facts and figures
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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Boring things like, “There are thirty-two million people,” and “Some of Canada’s main exports are timber and aluminum,” and they sent all those facts and figures to me in an envelope.
From Literature
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Here are some of the facts and figures around the borrowing that is essential to finance development, but can also undermine investments because of high-serving costs.
From Barron's
We have the facts and figures.
From BBC
Without work or friends — a dramatic convenience that will allow him to find both — he has settled into a comfortable rut, amplifying what we’re to understand is a reserved, cerebral nature; he’s fascinated by facts and figures, but less good with people.
From Los Angeles Times
All sides have been accused of hiding some facts and figures which leaves people guessing what is going on inside this still somewhat opaque industry.
From BBC
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